Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Starbucks

Name: Starbucks
Address: 3101 Edwards Mill Rd, Wake County, NC

3101 Edwards Mill Rd

Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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6 inspections

1 - Inspection

Aug 7, 2026

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Handwash signs were not available for the hand sinks in kitchen/front service line. CDI: Signs provided for sinks during inspection. 6-301.14 Handwashing Signage (C) A sign that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided and clearly visible at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Flies observed throughout dining area/kitchen area during inspection; Implement controls to prevent entrance/presence of flies. 6-501.111 Controlling Pests (C) The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects; rodents; and other pests. The presence of insects; rodents; and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence on the PREMISES by: (A) Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of FOOD and supplies; (B) Routinely inspecting the PREMISES for evidence of pests; (C) Using methods; if pests are found; such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under sec.sec. 7 202.12; 7 206.12; and 7 206.13; Pf and (D) Eliminating harborage conditions.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode Observation: The shelf area under the oce well had accumulation of beansCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The shelf area under the oce well had accumulation of beans; cofee residual; syrup drips - Increase cleaning in this area. 4-602.13 Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C) Nonfood Contact Surfaces of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Aug 7, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 3, 2025

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

notedCode Observation: The air thermometers in the prep refrigerators were not placed in the warmest part of the unit and were found at the bottomEquipment and utensils

Official wording

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector’s notes

Observation: The air thermometers in the prep refrigerators were not placed in the warmest part of the unit and were found at the bottom; CDI: Thermometers were placed in the top/front of refrigerator to ensure proper temperature monitoring. 4-204.112 Temperature Measuring Devices - Functionality (C) (A) In a mechanically refrigerated or hot FOOD storage unit; the sensor of a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode Observation: Staff are not wearing hair coverings/visors without a hair net is not covering the hair during production tasks where physical contamination can occur. Ensure that staff cover hair during production tasks. 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hatsEmployee health and hygiene

Official wording

Personal cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

Observation: Staff are not wearing hair coverings/visors without a hair net is not covering the hair during production tasks where physical contamination can occur. Ensure that staff cover hair during production tasks. 2-402.11 Effectiveness - Hair Restraints (C) FOOD EMPLOYEES shall wear hair restraints such as hats; hair coverings or nets; beard restraints; and clothing that covers body hair; that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT; UTENSILS; and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 3, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Apr 1, 2025

Score 98.5

Official score: 98.5 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3-304.14Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14; Core; Wiping cloths stored in container of Quat sanitizer below the required 200ppm concentration. Wiping cloths shall be held between uses in a container of chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 4-903.11(A)(C)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A)(C); Single service cups has splash/food residue on their rims and were stored exposed directly beside a trash can. Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean; dry location; where they are not exposed to splash; dust; or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. CDI- Single service cups with splash/food residue were discarded.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 Good Repair and Proper Adjustment - Equipment (C); Reach in cooler gaskets are ripping/damaged near the kitchen entrance and need to be replaced. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Replace as needed.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Apr 1, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Nov 13, 2024

Score 99

Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf)Handwashing

Official wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s notes

6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf); Upon EHS entrance; handwashing sink in the back area was not equipped with paper towels. Handwashing sink shall be provided a hand drying provision. CDII- Paper towels were provided during the inspection.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

Official wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s notes

3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (C); Multiple wet wiping cloths were not fully submerged in sanitizer. Sanitizer trays were only filled on the surface level and some cloths were completely separated from the sanitizer. Between uses; wet or moist wiping cloths shall be fully submerged in sanitizer.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

majorCode 4-903.11 (A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11 (A); (B); and (D) Equipment; Utensils; Linens and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles Storing (C); Tongs were found being stored in a container with food residue inside. Clean utensils or equipment shall be stored in a clean; dry area where they are not exposed to potential contamination. Item marked as a repeat due to same violation number; but this is a separate issue from last inspection.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 4-302.13 Temperature Measuring DevicesCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Warewashing facilities: installed; maintained & used; test strips

Inspector’s notes

4-302.13 Temperature Measuring Devices; Manual Warewashing (Pf); PIC could not locate an irreversible temperature measuring device to use in the hot water sanitizing dishwashing machine. An irreversible temperature measuring device shall be provided and easily accessible for use. CDI- PIC purchased a thermometer during the inspection and provided proof/verification of purchase.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Nov 13, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

Jan 22, 2024

Score 99.5

Official score: 99.5 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode 4-903.11(A)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

Utensils; equipment & linens: properly stored; dried & handled

Inspector’s notes

4-903.11(A); (B) and (D); Core; Few multi-use containers stacked on top of each other and trapping water inside. Cleaned equipment and utensils shall be stored in a self-draining position that allows for air-drying. Facility is very limited for dish drying space. CDI: PIC loosened dished to allow better air-drying conditions.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

minorCode 6-501.12Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s notes

6-501.12; Core; Cleaning needed inside storage cabinet drawers and underneath equipment. Physical facilities shall be maintained clean.; 6-501.11; Core; Chipping observed in several floor tiles in back portion of the kitchen. Physical facilities shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Facility is slated to undergo a renovation.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Jan 22, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Inspection